"First, they are even cuter in person with some sparkle, which I didn't expect but really like. Second, the actual insole/footbed is padded like a cushion-y dream! But out of the box (no socks), the right shoe rubs a bit where the lacing grommets are at, like that side is a bit tighter than the other. But they are just the look I wanted, and I can never find this kind of wedge/flat combo with a real insole, so I'm hoping to stretch them out with some wear. True to size."